Which regulation governs labeling and packaging of meat and poultry products for consumers?

• A. 9 CFR Part 381
• B. 21 CFR Part 170
• C. 21 CFR Part 101
• D. 9 CFR Part 416

Answer: (A)

Labeling and packaging for meat and poultry sold to consumers are governed by the regulations that FSIS applies to poultry products, which include specific rules about what must appear on labels, how products are identified, and how packaging ensures product integrity. 9 CFR Part 381, the Poultry Products Inspection Regulations, directly covers these labeling and packaging requirements for poultry products, including mandatory information such as product identity, net weight, ingredients, safe handling instructions, the inspection legend, and the establishment number. It also defines misbranding and other labeling prohibitions to protect consumers from false or misleading labels. While FDA labeling rules in 21 CFR Part 101 apply to many other foods, they do not govern meat and poultry under FSIS authority, and sanitation rules live in 9 CFR Part 416 rather than labeling.